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The Georgia State Rodeo, this is one for the bucket list. There is nothing quite like a rodeo and everyone should get an opportunity to experience one in their life, even if it has to be through virtual reality. Competitions include: Saddle Bronc Riding Bareback Riding Tie-Down Roping Team Roping Bull Riding Steer Wrestling Barrel Racing It's a great time for the family and one of the 20 officially sanctioned competition rodeos in the United States.

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Premio Lo Nuestro: February 20

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Premio lo Nuestro, established in 2003, is the Central and South American music awards broadcast on Univision. It honors the Song of the Year, New Solo act or group of the year, Established Group of the year in pop/rock, Female and Male artists of the year and Album of the year in the Latino Music Industry. PLEASE NOTE: All televised and venue specific events (sporting, concerts, trade shows, etc.) should be treated as estimated, even if the dates are set. Several factors can cause an event to change dates at the last minute including weather, strikes, natural disasters, political upheaval, conflicting programming and current events. Because of this, always verify the event with the promotor prior to committing resources. In many cases we must estimate the dates based upon previous years' schedules, as the final dates are not set until a few months or weeks prior to the event. If the date is known to be estimated, you will see an (est) following the date in the title.

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Caregivers Day, Ntl: February 21

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Recognizing outstanding caregivers throughout the nation, National Caregivers Day focuses on the necessary in home and institutional services these dedicated men and women make. Whether taking care of the ill, elderly or handicap, caregivers provide more than care, they enhance quality of life. This event first ran in 2015.

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Maha Shiva Ratri (H): February 21

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Maha Shivratri is a Hindu observance related to Lord Shiva. It is celebrated on the Krishna Paksha Chaturdashi of Magha month. It is the wedding day of Lord Shiva and Parvati. Devotees worship Lord Shiva and offer Him Bel leaves (bel patra), Dhatura, Bhang, milk and water with flower. All-day fasting is observed by devotees and throughout the day devotees chant "Om Namah Shivaya", the sacred mantra of Shiva. PLEASE NOTE: We use the Indian Civil Calendar, which is the official holiday calendar in India, the largest Hindu nation. The Hindu faith has many calendars, each specific to different regions and tribes with dates and celebrations marked by differing positions of the sun, moon and stars. Names of months and holidays, as well as the corresponding dates in the Gregorian Calendar, vary widely from one calendar to the next. Use our dates as a baseline. Find out which of the dozens of Hindu calendars is used in the region you live or plan to visit if you are looking to attend or witness a specific observance.

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Shabbat Shekalim (J): February 21/22

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Shabbat Shekalim or the Sabbath (Saturday) of Shekels is a Jewish calendar event that occurs prior to Purim. On Shabbat Shekalim adult males of the Jewish faith read from Exodus 30:11-16 and contribute 1/2 of a biblical shekel (7 grams) toward the maintenance of the Tent of the Meeting. Shabbat Shekalim always begins at sundown on Friday and ends at sundown on Saturday. In leap years the Hebrew calendar has two months of Adar. In these years Shabbat Shekalim is on the Shabbat before the 1st of Adar II. The Jewish Shabbat begins at sundown on Friday and ends at sundown on Saturday.

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Engineering Family Day, Discover: February 22

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Discover Engineering Family Day is one of several events during Engineering Week. Family Day is designed to help students between the ages of 4 and 12 learn about engineering and the importance of technological literacy. Students are introduced to the many branches of engineering: civil, mechanical, electrical, agricultural, chemical, computer, aeronautical, biological and ventilating, (just to name a few) via hands-on and mind-challenging activities presented by professionals in a fun, engaging atmosphere. Check with local science and technology museums in your area to see what types of events are being planned for your city. ?

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Information Architecture Day, World: February 22

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Created in 2011 by the Information Architecture Institute, World Information Architecture Day brings together a diverse community of information architects, user experience designers, content strategists, product managers, developers, scholars, and students. Information architecture seeks to take the deluge of information available today via various electronic devices and make it accessible, understandable, and useable.

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Kindness, National Day of (CA): February 22

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National Day of Kindness is for our members and clubs to celebrate our founding (February 20, 1920) and commitment to serving the community's greatest need. Every community has a need for kindness and people performing selfless acts, and our clubs are able to spearhead this in their communities each year. In 2017, 162 clubs participated and handed out Kindness cards and stickers during their acts of kindness, encouraging others to #PassItOn. Members kindly packed groceries for customers, gave away free coffee and snacks, made donations within their communities, and spread cheer to everyone they met.

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Six Nations, Round 3: February 22-23

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Round Three of the 6 Nations Rugby Championship Starts today pitting: Italy vs Scotland Wales vs France England vs Ireland

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Academy Awards, (Oscars): February 23

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The Academy Awards, also known as The Oscars(R) are held each year to honor achievements in the film industry. The awards ceremony is one of the most highly anticipated television events watched by 100s of millions around the world. In the United States people hold Oscar parties and cheer on their favorite films, actors and actresses. Winning an Oscar is highly prestigious; it is considered the pinnacle of achievement in the film industry. The first Academy Awards covered films created in 1927 and 1928. They were held on May 16, 1929, at a private dinner at the Roosevelt Hotel in Hollywood, California. PLEASE NOTE: All televised and venue specific events (sporting, concerts, trade shows, etc.) should be treated as estimated, even if the dates are set. Several factors can cause an event to change dates at the last minute including weather, strikes, natural disasters, political upheaval, conflicting programming and current events. Because of this, always verify the event with the promotor prior to committing resources. In many cases we must estimate the dates based upon previous years' schedules, as the final dates are not set until a few months or weeks prior to the event. If the date is known to be estimated, you will see an (est) following the date in the title.

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Cheesefare (Forgiveness) Sunday (C): February 23

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Cheesefare Sunday in the Orthodox Christian Church is the last Sunday before the season of Lent. It is the last day one can eat cheese or fish prior to the 40 days of Lent and is traditionally a day to grant forgiveness to friends and family.

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Fasching Sunday (DE, AT): February 23

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Part of the Lutheran and Catholic traditions heading into the 40 days of penance and fasting prior to Easter, Fasching Sunday is the final Sunday service prior. It can also be referred to as Tulip Sunday. This is Carnaval, German style.

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Hustle Chicago (US-IL): February 23

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Meatfare Sunday (C): February 23

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Meatfare Sunday is the final day leading up to Lent that Orthodox Christians can eat meat. From this point until Easter, fish may be eaten. Beef, Pork, Lamb, and poultry cannot.

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